Experts' Choice Award Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen
What the experts agree on
James Beard Award-winning chefs blend Italian heritage with local Southern ingredients in an elegantly converted home, earning praise for innovative dishes and farm-to-table sourcing that keeps locals coming back.
“Upscale Italian cuisine with a slight Southern twist defines this East Memphis restaurant.”
– Gayot
Tasting Table "Andrew Ticer and Michael Hudman's restaurant, one of three the chefs own together, blends the duo's Italian heritage with fresh Southern ingredients in an elegantly renovated ranch-style home." Full review
Zagat "Innovative global takes on Italian dishes...the elegant, neutral-hued space has multiple rooms, a cozy bar and a backyard with tables and an herb and vegetable garden." Full review
Frommer's "While the restaurant may not be that fancy by bigger cities' standards, the fresh produce, meats, and cheeses from local farms and food purveyors keep the locals coming back." Full review
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Be sure to try one of the handmade potato gnocchi, ravioli, and other specialty pastas.
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Opened in 2008, the flagship restaurant from Chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman remains one the city’s most enticing efforts. Divided into several small rooms, the cozy house in..." Full review
